Tamil Nadu
Scheme of Extending Family Maintenance Grant to the Families of the Deceased Famous Artists
Main benefit
Financial Assistance of ₹25,000/-.
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"Scheme of Extending Family Maintenance Grant to the Families of the Deceased Famous Artists" was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The objective of the scheme is to provide a one-time maintenance grant of ₹25,000/- to the families of deceased famous artists of the art disciplines of music, drama, dance, film, and folk arts.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance of ₹25,000/-.
Who can apply
- The deceased should have been a famous artist in the art disciplines of music/ drama/ dance/ film/ folk arts.
- The benefit of the scheme will be given only on the death of the famous artist.
- The applicant should be the legal heir of the deceased.
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How to apply
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The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the office of the Manram and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
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In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Member Secretary, Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Manram, Ponni, 31, P. S. Kumarasamy Raja Salai, Chennai - 600 0 8.
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Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Common questions
Who qualifies as a "famous artiste" under this scheme?
"Famous artiste" refers to individuals recognized for their contributions in music, drama, dance, film, and folk arts.
What are the eligibility criteria for families to receive the maintenance grant?
Eligible families of deceased artists from various art disciplines can receive a maintenance grant.
Can families of deceased artists from any art discipline apply for this grant?
Yes, families from any art discipline can apply for the maintenance grant.
Is there a specific time frame within which families must apply after the artist's death?
Applications must be submitted within one year from the date of the artist's death.
Can extended family members apply for the grant, or is it limited to spouses and unmarried children?
Only spouses and unmarried children of the deceased artists can apply for the grant.
Are there any exceptions to the one-year application deadline?
The one-year application deadline is generally enforced, though exceptions may apply under certain circumstances.
How is the authenticity of the deceased artist's work verified?
The authenticity of the deceased artist's work is verified through certificates from senior artistes or cultural organizations.
Is the maintenance grant taxable?
The maintenance grant is typically not taxable.
Can the grant be used for any specific purposes, or is it unrestricted?
The grant can generally be used for any purpose deemed necessary by the family.
Are there any conditions attached to the property certificate if the deceased owned property?
The property certificate, if applicable, must confirm ownership of house or land by the deceased.
What happens if the deceased artist received financial assistance for indigent artists?
Details about financial assistance received by the deceased artist for indigent artists should be provided in the application.
Are stepchildren eligible to apply for the grant?
Stepchildren may not be eligible to apply for the grant unless they are legally recognized as heirs.
Similar schemes
- Central GovernmentNational Family Benefit Scheme
- Tamil NaduScheme for Giving Financial Assistance to the Legal Heirs of the Deceased Artist (Wife/Husband) on the Death of the Indigent Artist Who Was Receiving Financial Assistance
- Central GovernmentScheme For Financial Assistance For Veteran Artists
- Central GovernmentScheme For Award Of Senior/Junior Fellowships To Outstanding Persons In The Fields Of Culture